This colourful set of Widgit-supported posters introduces and explains key reading skills for KS2: Vocabulary, Inference, Predict, Explain, Retrieve, Summarise, and Sequence.
Each skill comes with a visual symbol and a simple, child-friendly definition, making this an excellent tool for supporting all learners - especially those with SEND or EAL. Ideal for classroom displays, guided reading areas, or pupil reference mats to boost comprehension confidence and independence.
Created using WidgitOnline and perfect for developing reading strategy awareness in an inclusive and accessible way.
A clear and accessible word mat featuring all the Year 3 and 4 Common Exception Words, supported by Widgit symbols. Perfect for supporting learners with SEND, EAL, or those who benefit from visual scaffolding. This resource helps pupils with spelling, reading, and writing confidence, and can be used as a classroom display, table mat, or individual reference sheet.
Created using WidgitOnline and ideal for inclusive classrooms.
Help Year 3 pupils write clear and motivational instructions with this My Strong Mind unit, following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine. This unit encourages positive mindset language while building structured, instructional writing.
Included:
7 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary carefully selected across Writing Rainbow lenses (Fantastics, Grammaristics, Boomtastics)
Focused support for writing practical, positive instructions
Perfect for:
Linking PSHE and English lessons
Teaching the features of instructional writing
Building positive language and resilience vocabulary
Preparing pupils for independent instruction writing tasks
Please note:
This resource includes Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints).
Take Year 3 pupils on a journey to Ancient Rome through diary writing with The Journal of Iliona, following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine. This unit supports pupils in creating a rich diary entry through character perspective and historical detail.
Included:
Lesson 1: Experience Day
PowerPoint to immerse pupils in Roman life and Iliona’s experiences
Creative task to build ideas and vocabulary
6 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary structured around Writing Rainbow lenses (Fantastics, Grammaristics, Boomtastics)
Clear build-up towards a full diary entry
Perfect for:
Linking English to Roman history topics
Teaching diary writing features and emotional perspective
Strengthening vocabulary and sentence construction
Preparing for independent diary writing tasks
Please note:
This resource provides an Experience Day (PowerPoint + activity) and Vocabulary Vault scaffolds (no full slides for every lesson).
Bring wonder and imagination into writing with this Star in the Jar Year 3 narrative unit, following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine. Pupils will develop descriptive storytelling through this magical, heartfelt book.
Included:
9 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary carefully selected across Writing Rainbow lenses (Fantastics, Grammaristics, Boomtastics)
Structured progression from imaginative settings to emotional character writing
Perfect for:
Writing magical, heartfelt narratives
Building emotional language and rich imagery
Strengthening vocabulary, sentence fluency and story structure
Preparing for independent creative narrative writing
Please note:
This resource provides Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints).
Support Year 3 pupils in exploring imagery and emotion through poetry with this I Asked The Little Boy Who Cannot See unit, following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine.
Included:
3 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary carefully selected through Writing Rainbow lenses
Word Bank - a pupil-friendly support sheet with rich vocabulary for describing senses without sight
Perfect for:
Building imagery and sensory description in writing
Exploring empathy and perspective through poetry
Developing ambitious, thoughtful language choices
Preparing pupils for independent poetry writing
Please note:
This resource provides Vocabulary Vault scaffolds and a Word Bank only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints included).
Support Year 3 pupils in crafting a powerful narrative based on The Flood, using The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine. This unit develops rich descriptive writing and emotional storytelling through a dramatic natural disaster theme.
Included:
8 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary focused on the Writing Rainbow lenses (Fantastics, Grammaristics, Boomtastics)
Supports pupils to build tension, atmosphere and emotion in narrative writing
Perfect for:
Writing dramatic and emotive narratives
Building powerful setting and character description
Strengthening ambitious vocabulary and sentence fluency
Preparing for an independent disaster-themed story
Please note:
This resource provides Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints included).
Teach Year 3 pupils how to write an emotive letter based on The Gardener by Sarah Stewart, following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine.
Included:
5 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary carefully selected using Writing Rainbow lenses (Fantastics, Grammaristics, Boomtastics)
Focused support for writing a formal yet heartfelt letter from a character’s perspective
Perfect for:
Exploring letter-writing features and tone
Building rich, emotional vocabulary
Developing empathy and historical context understanding
Preparing pupils for an independent letter write
Please note:
This resource includes Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints).
Inspire powerful narrative writing with this The Wisp Year 3 unit, designed following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine. Based on the emotive story The Wisp: A Story of Hope, this unit encourages pupils to build empathy and rich descriptive writing.
Included:
8 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary linked to Writing Rainbow lenses (Fantastics, Grammaristics, Boomtastics)
Structured support to develop setting, character and emotion in narrative writing
Perfect for:
Developing empathy and emotional depth in writing
Teaching narrative structure and story sequencing
Strengthening ambitious vocabulary and sentence fluency
Preparing for an independent write based on The Wisp
Please note:
This resource includes Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints).
Support Year 3 pupils in writing a detailed explanation text with this Light and Dark unit, created following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine.
Included:
7 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson
Vocabulary chosen around the Writing Rainbow lenses (Fantastics, Grammaristics, Boomtastics)
Structured support for building rich, scientific explanation writing
Perfect for:
Cross-curricular English and Science (Light and Shadows topic)
Writing clear, factual explanation texts
Building technical vocabulary and sentence fluency
Preparing for independent writing outcomes
Please note:
This resource provides Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints included).
Bring traditional tales to life with a twist! This engaging Year 3 narrative writing unit is based on The True Story of the Three Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka, following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine.
Included:
7 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold for each lesson
Focused vocabulary linked to Writing Rainbow lenses
Clear structure to build rich, imaginative storytelling from the Wolf’s perspective
Perfect for:
Narrative writing with a fresh, funny twist
Teaching character viewpoint and bias
Building ambitious vocabulary and sentence fluency
Preparing for independent retelling or innovating a twisted fairy tale
Please note:
This resource provides Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no full lesson slides or PowerPoints included).
Teach an engaging Year 3 explanation text based on How A Robot Dog Works, following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine.
Included:
6 Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
One scaffold per lesson, focusing on ambitious vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure
Writing Rainbow lenses clearly indicated
Supports pupils to build detailed, technical explanation writing
Perfect for:
The Write Stuff-inspired teaching sequences
Year 3 explanation text writing outcomes
Improving technical language and sentence fluency
Preparation for independent writing tasks
Please note:
This resource includes Vocabulary Vault scaffolds only (no PowerPoints or full lesson slides).
Teach an engaging character description of Grandma from George’s Marvellous Medicine with this Year 3 writing unit, designed following The Write Stuff approach by Jane Considine.
Included:
Lesson 1: Experience Day
PowerPoint to introduce and explore Grandma’s character
Creative immersion activity to build key vocabulary and ideas
Lessons 2–5: Sentence Stacking Vocabulary Vaults
Four Vocabulary Vault scaffolds to guide pupils’ sentence construction
Focus on ambitious vocabulary and grammar structures
Ideal for stacking high-quality sentences using the Writing Rainbow lenses
Perfect for:
The Write Stuff-style writing sequences
Year 3 narrative writing outcomes
Vocabulary building and sentence fluency
Roald Dahl themed literacy lessons
Please note:
This resource provides scaffolds (not full lesson slides) for the Sentence Stacking lessons.
Celebrate International Day of Families with this easy-to-use comprehension activity for Key Stage 1. Perfect for Year 1 and Year 2, this resource supports early reading skills while helping children learn about the importance of families.
Included:
Simple, child-friendly information text about the International Day of Families
10 VIPERS-style comprehension questions (vocabulary, retrieval, sequencing, inference)
Mixture of question types: multiple choice, find-and-copy, simple written responses
Full mark scheme for quick and easy teacher assessment
Perfect for:
PSHE and English lessons
Morning starters or reading rotations
World events and diversity learning
Building confidence in comprehension strategies
A perfect way to introduce young learners to global celebrations while practising key literacy skills!
Celebrate the importance of family life with this Lower Key Stage 2 reading comprehension for the International Day of Families. Perfect for Year 3 and Year 4, this resource helps pupils explore global family diversity while practising key reading skills.
Included:
Child-friendly text about the meaning of the International Day of Families
15 VIPERS-style comprehension questions (vocabulary, inference, prediction, explain, retrieval, summarise)
Mixed styles: tick-box, find-and-copy, and short written answers
Full teacher mark scheme for quick assessment
Perfect for:
PSHE and English lessons
Guided reading sessions
World celebration days
SATs-style VIPERS skill practice
Support your pupils in understanding real-world values like love, care, and community while strengthening comprehension skills.
Celebrate International Day of Families with this engaging comprehension resource, perfect for Upper Key Stage 2 (Years 5 and 6). Strengthen pupils’ reading skills while helping them understand the importance of family life around the world.
Included:
Informational text explaining the meaning and purpose of the International Day of Families
20 VIPERS-style comprehension questions (vocabulary, inference, prediction, explain, retrieval, summarise)
Mixed question formats: multiple choice, find-and-copy, written responses
Full teacher mark scheme for easy and quick marking
Perfect for:
PSHE English lessons
Guided reading or morning starters
World celebration days and diversity topics
SATs-style VIPERS skills practice
Teach pupils about real-world values like kindness, connection and respect while practising essential reading strategies.
Celebrate International Nurses Day with this simple and engaging comprehension activity for KS1 learners. Perfect for Year 1 and Year 2, this child-friendly resource builds reading skills while teaching about real-world heroes.
Included:
Short, easy-to-read text about International Nurses Day and Florence Nightingale
10 VIPERS-style comprehension questions (vocabulary, retrieval, sequencing, inference)
Mixture of question styles: multiple choice, written, and find-and-copy
Full teacher mark scheme
Perfect for:
Science and Reading lessons
Reading practice sessions
Guided reading or morning starters
Celebrating nurses and world events
Help young children develop early comprehension skills while learning to appreciate the important role of nurses in our communities.
Support your Lower KS2 pupils in understanding the importance of nurses while building key reading skills with this International Nurses Day comprehension. Ideal for Year 3 and Year 4 classes.
Included:
Child-friendly text about International Nurses Day and Florence Nightingale
15 VIPERS-aligned questions (vocabulary, inference, prediction, explain, retrieval, summarise)
Mixed formats: tick boxes, written answers, and find-and-copy tasks
Full mark scheme for quick and easy teacher assessment
Perfect for:
Science and Reading lessons
Reading comprehension sessions
Celebrating world events and famous figures
SATs skill practice through VIPERS-style questioning
This resource helps pupils connect real-world celebrations with key reading strategies in a meaningful way.
Celebrate International Nurses Day and strengthen VIPERS reading skills with this UKS2 comprehension resource, ideal for Years 5 and 6. Perfect for Science or guided reading sessions!
Included:
Informational text on International Nurses Day, Florence Nightingale and the role of nurses today
20 VIPERS-aligned questions (vocabulary, inference, prediction, explain, retrieval, summarise)
Mixed styles: multiple choice, tick-box, written responses, find and copy
Full mark scheme for easy teacher assessment
Perfect for:
Reading or Science links to real-world events
Whole class or small group comprehension lessons
Morning starters or homework
Supporting cultural awareness and SATs-style practice
Support pupils in understanding the importance of nurses while developing key reading strategies in an engaging, curriculum-linked way.
Introduce your KS1 pupils to Wesak Day with this easy-to-read comprehension activity, perfect for Year 1 and Year 2 readers. It supports both RE and early reading skills with a clear, structured format and child-friendly language.
Included:
Simple information text about Wesak Day (birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha)
10 VIPERS-style questions (vocabulary, retrieval, sequencing, inference)
A mix of multiple choice, find and copy, and simple written questions
Full teacher mark scheme for easy marking
Perfect for:
Reading and RE lessons
Guided reading groups
Morning starter activities
Celebrating world religions and diversity
This resource helps pupils develop their reading comprehension while learning about important festivals around the world.